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Posted March 5, 2007  KEANSBURG ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE

This year, for the first time in over Twenty Five years there will be a Keansburg St. Patricks Day Parade. The parade will future community groups, Irish groups, Pipe and Drum bands and lots more. It will be held on Saturday March 31, 2007at 1:00PM. The Parade will start at Main St and Beachway and continuing up Main to Church and Church to Carr, then Carr to Beachway, ending at Beachway and Raritan. Come enjoy a great time. Any group who is interested in marching in the parade or bands who may be interested can contact Councilman George F. Hoff @ 732-787-0215 x111

Posted January 7, 2007  GIFT AUCTION

The New Point Comfort Fire Company will be hosting a Gift Auction on Saturday, March 31, 2007. The event will feature a variety of items donated from local merchants from gift certificates to bicycles and more. Food and drinks will be available and the doors open at 6:00 pm and the auction starts at 8:00 pm, admission is only $6.00.  Come early to get your seat, this event fills up fast.  It's sure to be better than any other you've seen in town.

Posted November 26, 2006  THE WOLFETONES LIVE IN CONCERT

The New Point Comfort Fire Company is pleased to present The Irish Wolfetones LIVE IN CONCERT. For the third time, the Wolfetones will be appearing in the New Point Comfort Fire Company hall on Friday, March 2, 2007. Doors will open at 6:00 PM with food and drinks available. Tickets are only $20.00 per person and are available now through the website, or by contacting Bill Kelly at 732-264-8499 or by email at wmk007748@aol.com.  The Wolfetones don't make too many American trips so be sure to catch them while you can.

Posted October 27, 2006  KEANSBURG PBA STEAKBAKE

Keansburg, NJ The Keansburg PBA Local 68 will be holding their 3^rd Annual Steakbake on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 7:00 PM at the New Point Comfort Fire Company located at 192 Carr Avenue in Keansburg.  The event will include all you can eat Beefsteak including bread and fries, a generous tossed salad, dessert and drinks.  Tickets are available at a $40 donation, checks can be made directly to the Keansburg PBA Local 68.  Door prizes and 50/50's will also be available.  For tickets or more information, please contact Sergeant Kevin White at 732-787-0600 or go to www.keansburgpd.org

Posted October 23, 2006  LADIES AUXILIARY GIFT AUCTION

The New Point Comfort Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting their Annual Gift Auction on Saturday, November 4, 2006. The event will feature a variety of items donated from local merchants from gift certificates to bicycles and more. Food and drinks will be available and the doors open at 6:00 pm and the auction starts at 8:00 pm.  Come early to get your seat, this event fills up fast.  It's sure to be better than any other you've seen in town.

Posted September 25, 2006  $10,000 SUPER 50/50  OUR LARGEST EVER!

At 4:00 PM on Monday, January 1, 2007, if all of the tickets are sold, the New Point Comfort Fire Company will be giving away $10,000.  Only 200 tickets will be sold for this event which will be benefiting the upkeep and maintenance of the Fire Company.  Must be 18 years old to enter - winner need not be present.  Donation $100.  The winning half of the prize will be broken down into three winners.  First Prize: 35% of the money raised.  Second Prize: 10% of the money raised.  Third Prize: 5% of the money raised.  Tickets are available through this web site by clicking HERE, directly through our members or at either of our Bingo nights, Sunday and Tuesday after 6:00 PM.

Posted September 25, 2006  COMEDY SHOW 

The New Point Comfort Fire Company will be having our Fourth Comedy Show featuring THREE TOP COMEDIANS who were featured on such networks as HBO, Showtime, Comedy Central and more! On Saturday, October 21, 2006 these three comedians will be appearing on our stage for your enjoyment. Tickets are only $20 each and will include a hot and cold buffet. Drinks will be available at the Bar.  Our comedy shows are always a blast and everyone has a great time, hope to see you there!  Tickets are available HERE, directly through our members or at either of our Bingo nights, Sunday and Tuesday after 6:00 PM.

Posted September 7, 2006  NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING

The Keansburg Neighborhood Watch will be meeting on Monday, September 18 at 7:00 PM at the New Point Comfort Fire Company. Internet Crimes will be the topic of conversation. For more information, please call Detective Captain Michael Pigott at 732-787-0600 or go to www.keansburgpd.org

Posted August 30, 2006   3RD ANNUAL KASA HOMETOWN COMMUNITY DAY

The Keansburg Alliance on Substance Abuse will be hosting their 3^rd Annual Hometown Community Day on Saturday, September 30, 2006 from 1:00 4:00 pm in the parking lot of St.AnnsSchool on the corner of Myrtle and Terrace Avenues.  The event will feature many community groups and organizations as well as activities including a 30 foot rock climbing wall, a Sponge Bob interactive inflatable, carnival games, raffles an inflatable bouncy and more.  This event is free and open to all who wish to attend.  For more information or to have your organization take part, please call Donna Mazza at 732-787-2874.

Posted August 28, 2006   SUMMER CONCERT SERIES FINAL CONCERTS

The Keansburg Borough Council & Keansburg Recreation Committee proudly present the 6th Annual Summer Concert Series by the Bay, located at Raritan Avenue & Beachway every Thursday in August starting at 7:00 pm. August 30th THE GREASEBAND & August 31st, NEW POWER SOUL.  Activities for children of all ages include Pony Rides, Car Shows, Moon Walk, Spin Art, Ice Cream and Social 50/50's. For more information please visit the Borough website at www.keansburgboro.com.  Please bring your own blankets/lawn chairs.

Posted August 5, 2006   $10,000 SUPER 50/50  OUR LARGEST EVER!

At 4:00 PM on Monday, January 1, 2007, if all of the tickets are sold, the New Point Comfort Fire Company will be giving away $10,000.  Only 200 tickets will be sold for this event which will be benefiting the upkeep and maintenance of the Fire Company.  Must be 18 years old to enter - winner need not be present.  Donation $100.  The winning half of the prize will be broken down into three winners.  First Prize: 35% of the money raised.  Second Prize: 10% of the money raised.  Third Prize: 5% of the money raised.  Tickets are available through this web site by clicking HERE, directly through our members or at either of our Bingo nights, Sunday and Tuesday after 6:00 PM.

Posted July 31, 2006   Memorial Mass for Firefighter Joseph F. Walsh

On Sunday August 20, 2006 at 9:00 am there will be a memorial mass for fallen Firefighter Joseph F. Walsh, who was killed last year while on duty, at the Church of St. Ann located on Carr Avenue in Keansburg.  Any Fire/Ems personal that will be attending are asked to be at the church at 8:45 am in full dress uniform.  Visiting departments are asked to please call ahead with an approximate head count for sufficient space reservation.  Refreshments will be severed after the mass at Keansburg Fire Company #1 on Manning Place. 

Posted July 31, 2006  KEANSBURG EMS BENEFIT CONCERT

The Keansburg EMS will be hosting a Free Concert by the Bay on Sunday, August 20th from 3:00pm - 6:00pm at the Baywalk East (Main & Beachway) featuring the Moira Turner Band.  Bracelets, which include food, beverages and activities, will cost $10 for adults and $5 for kids.  Each paying adult will also receive a 50/50 ticket.  All proceeds will benefit the Keansburg Emergency Medical Services.  For more information, please contact Captain Jim Falco at 732-787-2787.  All are encouraged to bring blankeTs or chairs.

Posted July 22, 2006  SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

The Keansburg Borough Council & Keansburg Recreation Committee proudly present the 6th Annual Summer Concert Series by the Bay, located at Raritan Avenue & Beachway every Thursday in August starting at 7:00 pm. August 3rd, THE GREASEBAND - August 10th, BROAD BANNED - August 17th, THE FEVER - August 25th, THE KOOTZ - August 31st, NEW POWER SOUL.  Activities for children of all ages include Pony Rides, Car Shows, Moon Walk, Spin Art, Ice Cream and Social 50/50's. For more information please visit the Borough website at www.keansburgboro.com.  Please bring your own blankets/lawn chairs.

Posted July 21, 2006  NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

The Keansburg Police Department and Neighborhood Watch will be sponsoring National Night Out August 1, 2006. It will be held at the Raritan Ave lot at Beachway and Raritan Ave from 6pm till 10pm. Other agencies in attendance will be the Keansburg Fire Department, Keansburg EMS, KASA, Keansburg Resource Network, 180 Group and Keansburg Recreation.

Posted June 15, 2006  COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

The Keansburg Fire Department will be holding our Annual Community Blood Drive on Sunday, July 23, 2006.  Held in cooperation with the Central Jersey Blood Bank, the event will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and will be held in the Bingo Hall of the New Point Comfort Fire Company on Carr Avenue.  It is requested that interested donors make an appointment to assure speedy donation time.  Refreshments will be served and t-shirts will be given out.  To schedule your appointment, please contact us. 

Posted March 31, 2006  COUNTY FIRE ASSN COMES TO KEANSBURG

The Monmouth County Firemen's Association has chosen the New Point Comfort Fire Company as their April meeting place. The association, made up of delegates from each fire company in MonmouthCounty, travels to various municipalities throughout the year to hold their monthly meetings. The April meeting of the Association will be held in the Bingo hall of NPC on April 24, 2006 at 8:00 pm. This meeting is open to any firefighter in MonmouthCounty.

Posted March 4, 2006  THE UNCLE FLOYD COMEDY SHOW

The New Point Comfort Fire Company will be having our Third Annual Comedy Show featuring UNCLE FLOYD! On Saturday, March 25, 2006 Uncle Floyd and two other top comedians will be appearing on our stage for your enjoyment. Tickets are only $20 each, which includes a hot and cold buffet. Drinks will be available at the Bar.  Our comedy shows are always a blast and everyone has a great time, hope to see you there! 

Posted December 12, 2005  WOLFETONES LIVE IN CONCERT

The New Point Comfort Fire Company is pleased to present The Irish Wolfetones LIVE IN CONCERT. For the second time, the Wolfetones will be appearing in the New Point Comfort Fire Company hall on Friday, March 3, 2006. Doors will open at 6:00 PM with food and drinks available. Tickets are only $20.00 per person and are available now through the website. The Wolfetones don't make too many American trips so be sure to catch them while you can.

Posted November 9, 2005  TOYS FOR TOTS

The New Point Comfort Fire Company will once again be collecting for the USMC Toys for Tots program. The Fire Company will be collecting NEW, UNWRAPPED toys for children of all ages. Donations may be dropped of at the fire company on either Sunday or Tuesday after 6:00 PM in our Bingo Hall.

Posted October 14, 2005  MORE SUPPLIES SENT

We are pleased to announce AGAIN, that through the combined efforts of the Keansburg Fire Department, the Keansburg Board of Education and many other supporters that we were able to collect over 25,000 lbs of supplies that have been sent to Mississippi.  We would like to thank all of you who supported our drive and who continue to support all that we do.

Posted September 9, 2005  SUPPLIES SENT

We are pleased to announce that through the combined efforts of the Keansburg Fire Department and the Keansburg Police Department, we were able to collect over 10,000 lbs of supplies that have already been sent to Mississippi.  We would like to thank all of you who supported our drive and who continue to support all that we do.

Posted August 26, 2005  MILITARY CARE PACKAGE COLLECTIONS

In many locations, there is an abundance of toiletries. Please consider donating from the "most requested" items list here:

1.         Snacks and non-perishable food items, particularly tuna kits, beef jerkey, canned fruit, dried fruit, nuts and other healthy snacks

2.         Undershirts (white, short sleeve)

3.         Socks (bootcut, black, green, or white)

4.         Cigarettes, Coppenhagen and Skoal

5.         Single-use cameras (disposable style)

6.         Pre-sweetened flavored beverage mixes

7.         Letters of support (letters from you, from children, or from your business, office, school, or other organization in support of our troops)

8.         AT&T Global Pre-Paid Military Calling Cards

Posted August 5, 2005  MEMBERS NEEDED

The Keansburg Fire Department is now accepting applications for membership in both the Emergency Medical Services Unit and the two Fire Companies.  Any person who is 18 or older and is a resident of the Borough of Keansburg is encouraged to join.  No experience is necessary, all training is provided free of charge.  Any interested person should come to the meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners on Wednesday, August 10, 2005 at 8:00 PM held in the New Point Comfort Fire Company on Carr Avenue.  CLICK HERE to contact us now for an application.

Posted August 5, 2005  CONCERTS BY THE BAY

Concerts by the Bay - The dates for the Boroughs annual "Concerts by the Bay" series have been announced. The concerts will be Thursdays in August starting at 7 PM.  8/4 Greaseband, 8/11 The Fever, 8/18 New Power Soul and the final concert will be on 8/25 with Daddy Pop.

Posted August 1, 2005  FIRE DEPARTMENT BLOOD DRIVE

The Keansburg Fire Department recently held their annual blood drive on Sunday, July 24. The Central Jersey Blood Bank collected close to 30 pints of blood through the late morning drive. Donors included both members of the public and the Fire Department. The Keansburg Fire Department has been hosting blood drives on and off for over 25 years, this year being the fifth consecutive drive for the Department. We would like to thank those members of the public who took the time to come out and help those in need.

Posted August 1, 2005  OPERATION MILITARY CARE PACKAGE CONTINUES

The New Point Comfort Fire Company has been collecting items for our troops overseas for nearly a year now, and we have only just begun.  We pledge to continually support the men and women defending democracy and freedom for as long as it takes.  Beginning with the start of the new school year, New Point Comfort will increase our drive to a level that we have never done before.  Our goal is to send at least DOUBLE the amount of supplies that we collected and sent last time.  Just one box contains enough items for over a dozen troops, in February alone we sent 30 BOXES.   

Posted June 14, 2005  SILVER DOLLAR MIDNIGHT BINGO

The New Point Comfort Fire Company will be having a Silver Dollar Midnight Bingo, July 3rd, following our regular Sunday Night Bingo.  Selling will start at 11:00pm and the games will begin at Midnight.

Posted June 14, 2005  COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE (Re-print)

The Fire Department will be holding our Annual Community Blood Drive on Sunday, July 24, 2005.  Held in cooperation with the Central Jersey Blood Bank, the drive will start at 10:00 am and will be held in the Bingo Hall of the fire house.  It is requested that interested donors make an appointment to assure speedy donation time.  Refreshments will be served and t-shirts will be given out.  For more information, please CONTACT US.

Posted April 15, 2005  SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS

The Monmouth County Board of Elections will be having the School Board of Education Election on Tuesday, APril 19, 2005 from 3pm. - 9pm. New Point Comfort Fire Company is host of two voting districts in the Borough, be sure to check your Voter's Registration Card to see where you are supposed to go and vote. Please DO NOT PARKON THE APRON. (The big driveway) Blocking the fire engines can cause damage to your vehicle and endanger lives.

Posted March 29, 2005  COUNTY FIRE ASSN COMES TO KEANSBURG

The Monmouth County Firemen's Association has chosen the New Point Comfort Fire Company as their April meeting place. The association, made up of delegates from each fire company in MonmouthCounty, travels to various municipalities throughout the year to hold their monthly meetings. The April meeting of the Association will be held in the Bingo hall of NPC on April 25, 2005 at 8:00 pm. This meeting is open to any firefighter in MonmouthCounty.

Posted March 29, 2005  HALL GIVEN TO NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

The New Point Comfort Fire Company, in our continued support of the Keansburg Police Department, has granted use of our hall to the Neighborhood Watch program. This group will meet every three months, on the fourth Monday of each month. The next meeting will be on June 27, 2005 at 8:00 pm in the Bingo Hall. For more information on Neighborhood Watch, contact Detective Captain Michael Pigott at 732 787-0600, or visit their website.

Posted March 8, 2005   HALL GIVEN TO SENIOR CENTER

The New Point Comfort Fire Company has granted use of their hall to the Bayshore Senior Citizen's Center while they undergo their renovations.  This will ensure our seniors have a place to be for their activities and some meals.  The Senior Center is scheduled for improvements and upgrades.

Posted March 4, 2005   COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

The Fire Department will be holding our Annual Community Blood Drive on Sunday, July 24, 2005.  Held in cooperation with the Central Jersey Blood Bank, the drive will start at 10:00 am and will be held in the Bingo Hall of the fire house.  It is requested that interested donors make an appointment to assure speedy donation time.  Refreshments will be served and t-shirts will be given out.  For more information, please CONTACT US.

Posted March 2, 2005   LIVE COMEDY SHOW

The New Point Comfort Fire Company's Second Annual LIVE COMEDY SHOW will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2005.

Doors will open at 6:30 and Showtime is 8:00pm  Tickets are only $20.00 each and include an hot and cold buffet, coffee and tea.  We will have a cash bar and snacks available for reasonable prices.  CONTACT US for more information.

Posted February 17, 2005   MORE PACKAGES SENT

The second stage of the Military Care Package in underway!  On Wednesday, February 16, we packed another 30 BOXES of supplies that we will be shipping out to our troops in 5 DIFFERENT COUNTRIES!  We will be sending out our collection barrels within the next few months for our Spring/Summer collection.  We are now collecting Phone Cards.  The only type our troops can use are AT&T.  If you are going to donate a Phone Card, please make sure it is an ACTIVATED AT&T PHONE CARD.  If you would like to donate, or help, please contact us for more information.

Posted February 4, 2005   NEW LETTERS ADDED

Operation Military Care Package went over better than any of us expected.  We have been receiving letters and phone calls from Military members and their families expressing their appreciation and gratitude for our help.  We will be posting the content of the letters on the site for all to see, scanned images will be available soon.  We have been told that some of the supplies we sent over actually helped our soldiers in locating hidden weapons and land mines.  Go to the Military Care Package page to see the letters and pictures.

Posted January 24, 2005  FIVE MINUTES CAN SAVE LIVES

The Keansburg Fire Department is asking the residents of the Borough of Keansburg for five minutes of their time to help save lives.  After this most recent snow fall, every one of the Boroughs nearly two-hundred fire hydrants needed to be found and dug out.  We ask that if you have a hydrant near your home or business, please take a few extra minutes to dig it out.  Leave about a two foot radius around the hydrant and a pathway to the closest street.  In the event of an emergency, every second counts.  Your kindness will help us, help you.